Hazard has just under two years remaining on his contract with Chelsea and has not committed to a new deal with the club.

As if that weren't tempting enough, the move would also provide Hazard with a new challenge at the club of his dreams and allow him to continue playing top-level European football. He knows the fans love him and a player we love to play with.

"I have not asked anything of anyone".

The 59-year-old has succeeded fellow Italian Antonio Conte, who was sacked by the club.

Willian is a slightly cheaper option than Griezmann but also several years older, as he will turn 30 on the eve of the upcoming Premier League season.

"This is a post-World Cup time", said Sarri.

A new report from Sport has it that Barca are closer to signing the Brazil global thanks to Philippe Coutinho, who has spent time trying to convince the player of a move to Spain.